Deep Shadow
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Deep Shadow remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#575146
LRV
8.00
Deep Shadow's Color Strip
Deep Shadow is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip 173 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Deep Shadow in Real Rooms
Deep Shadow has a low LRV of 8 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Deep Shadow provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Deep Shadow gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Deep Shadow is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Deep Shadow sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Deep Shadow in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Deep Shadow, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Deep Shadow on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Deep Shadow, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Deep Shadow in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Deep Shadow in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Deep Shadow in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Deep Shadow on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Deep Shadow. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Deep Shadow on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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